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From Tea Farms to Ballot Boxes: Inside Bureti Constituency
28 Jul, 2026 09:00 AM
BURETI INFLUENCE
As Kericho’s most densely populated administrative unit, Bureti places continuous pressure on schools, water sources, and markets. Serving as both an educational centre and a produ...
As Kericho’s most densely populated administrative unit, Bureti places continuous pressure on schools, water sources, and markets. Serving as both an educational centre and a produ...
Belgut’s Power Triangle: Tea, Institutions and Politics
27 Jul, 2026 05:00 PM
GROWING BELGUT
Since 2017, the main party governing the country has been this area’s loyal supporters. The population leans towards a continuation of their ruling as they perceive ruling coalitio...
Since 2017, the main party governing the country has been this area’s loyal supporters. The population leans towards a continuation of their ruling as they perceive ruling coalitio...
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In Raila's Shadow: The Rise and Making of Edwin Sifuna
27 Jul, 2026 09:00 AM
POLITICAL INHERITANCE
Forced onto a new path, Sifuna launched the Linda Mwananchi movement and began county tours to test support for a possible 2027 presidential bid. The Western Kenya leg, culminating...
Forced onto a new path, Sifuna launched the Linda Mwananchi movement and began county tours to test support for a possible 2027 presidential bid. The Western Kenya leg, culminating...
Understanding Ainamoi Before Kenya's 2027 Election
25 Jul, 2026 08:45 PM
POLITICAL STRONGHOLD
Ainamoi Constituency is the nerve centre of urban, economic and political development in Kericho County. It surrounds Kericho Town and the adjacent high-yielding agricultural highl...
Ainamoi Constituency is the nerve centre of urban, economic and political development in Kericho County. It surrounds Kericho Town and the adjacent high-yielding agricultural highl...
Kericho County: Tea, Politics and the Battle for 2027
24 Jul, 2026 04:00 PM
TEA & POWER
Following the onset of Devolution in 2013, county-level politics became highly competitive. Attention heavily shifted toward intra-party nomination battles. Smallholder farmers mak...
Following the onset of Devolution in 2013, county-level politics became highly competitive. Attention heavily shifted toward intra-party nomination battles. Smallholder farmers mak...
KWS Ranger Denies DCI Statement in Brian Odhiambo Trial
23 Jul, 2026 04:00 PM
COURT TESTIMONY
When asked if he can identify the man as Brian Odhiambo, Wabukala said he was not because he now knows Brian’s face from the photos circulating on social media. He further said tha...
When asked if he can identify the man as Brian Odhiambo, Wabukala said he was not because he now knows Brian’s face from the photos circulating on social media. He further said tha...
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From TNA to ODM: The Political Evolution of Kajiado East
23 Jul, 2026 03:00 PM
URBAN POLITICS
There can be very little doubt nowadays that Kajiado East has become one of the very engines of a new economic power, with its two most prominent towns, Kitengela and Oloosiekon/Sh...
There can be very little doubt nowadays that Kajiado East has become one of the very engines of a new economic power, with its two most prominent towns, Kitengela and Oloosiekon/Sh...
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The History Behind Kenya's Guarding the Vote Movement
22 Jul, 2026 12:30 AM
ELECTORAL VIGILANCE
The extremely defensive and almost paranoid attitude is not a new idea. "The Guarding the Vote" is an idea that dates back decades and is a response to the fear that votes might be...
The extremely defensive and almost paranoid attitude is not a new idea. "The Guarding the Vote" is an idea that dates back decades and is a response to the fear that votes might be...
Behind the Hack: The Cyber Risks Facing a Digital Kenya
21 Jul, 2026 08:00 PM
DIGITAL VULNERABILITY
The attack comes at a time when Kenya is experiencing a growing wave of cyber threats. In the first quarter of 2026, data from the Communications Authority of Kenya showed that bet...
The attack comes at a time when Kenya is experiencing a growing wave of cyber threats. In the first quarter of 2026, data from the Communications Authority of Kenya showed that bet...
Leadership and Legacy: The Political Outline of Kajiado West
21 Jul, 2026 05:10 PM
FRONTIER POLITICS
Kajiado West has evolved into one of Kajiado County's most competitive political constituencies, with closely fought elections reflecting shifting voter priorities and party loyalt...
Kajiado West has evolved into one of Kajiado County's most competitive political constituencies, with closely fought elections reflecting shifting voter priorities and party loyalt...
The Memusi Question: Stay the Course or Turn the Page?
20 Jul, 2026 03:10 PM
PASTORAL POWER
Voter turnout has remained generally strong, reflecting deep community engagement, though it fluctuates with national moods. The parliamentary seat has stayed in ODM hands since 20...
Voter turnout has remained generally strong, reflecting deep community engagement, though it fluctuates with national moods. The parliamentary seat has stayed in ODM hands since 20...
Old Guard or New Voices: Who Will Win Nakuru's Senate Race?
20 Jul, 2026 11:00 AM
SENATE SPOTLIGHT
With Governor Susan Kihika having vacated the Senate seat to lead the county, several political players are vying to fill the gap. The field features experienced politicians with s...
With Governor Susan Kihika having vacated the Senate seat to lead the county, several political players are vying to fill the gap. The field features experienced politicians with s...
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Why Kajiado South Could Shape Kajiado’s 2027 Power Game
19 Jul, 2026 10:00 AM
KILIMANJARO FRONTIER
Kajiado South remains one of Kajiado County's most competitive constituencies. Elections are determined by issues such as tourism, livestock, water, roads, education and land use r...
Kajiado South remains one of Kajiado County's most competitive constituencies. Elections are determined by issues such as tourism, livestock, water, roads, education and land use r...
Inside Kajiado North's Fast-Changing Political Landscape
18 Jul, 2026 05:00 PM
URBAN POLITICS
Kajiado North is one of Kajiado County's most competitive and rapidly changing constituencies. Rapid urbanisation, population growth and an increasingly diverse electorate have shi...
Kajiado North is one of Kajiado County's most competitive and rapidly changing constituencies. Rapid urbanisation, population growth and an increasingly diverse electorate have shi...
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From Nkedianye to Lenku: The Changing Politics of Kajiado County
17 Jul, 2026 05:00 PM
SWING FRONTIER
The exclusively rural Maasai population has a strong interest in land rights, traditional leadership, and livestock policies. On the other hand, urban hubs such as Ngong, Kitengela...
The exclusively rural Maasai population has a strong interest in land rights, traditional leadership, and livestock policies. On the other hand, urban hubs such as Ngong, Kitengela...
The Highland Vote: Inside Kinangop's Political Identity
16 Jul, 2026 01:30 PM
AGRICULTURAL POWERHOUSE
Voters in Kinangop have shown a preference for performance while remaining open to change. The constituency shifted from TNA in 2013 to Jubilee dominance in 2017, before delivering...
Voters in Kinangop have shown a preference for performance while remaining open to change. The constituency shifted from TNA in 2013 to Jubilee dominance in 2017, before delivering...
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Understanding Oljoro-Orok Before the Next Election Cycle
15 Jul, 2026 10:17 AM
AGRICULTURAL STRONGHOLD
Voters in Oljoro-Orok are performance-oriented, prioritizing agricultural productivity, reliable infrastructure, market access, and opportunities for youth. The constituency has sh...
Voters in Oljoro-Orok are performance-oriented, prioritizing agricultural productivity, reliable infrastructure, market access, and opportunities for youth. The constituency has sh...
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Why BuyKenya Could Become Essential Infrastructure for Kenyan MSME Success
14 Jul, 2026 05:25 PM
VISIBILITY ECOSYSTEM
BuyKenya’s multi-platform approach to solving the visibility challenge facing Kenyan micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) is a timely intervention because it treats visibili...
BuyKenya’s multi-platform approach to solving the visibility challenge facing Kenyan micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) is a timely intervention because it treats visibili...
Kipipiri Through the Ballot: A Decade of Political Change
13 Jul, 2026 06:00 PM
KIPIPIRI POLITICS
Despite this issue, Kipipiri has continued to be considered an important place in Nyandarua County for farming. It has potential to be very much more if it can maintain infrastruct...
Despite this issue, Kipipiri has continued to be considered an important place in Nyandarua County for farming. It has potential to be very much more if it can maintain infrastruct...
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Ndaragwa: The Silent Giant Shaping Power in Nyandarua
13 Jul, 2026 11:58 AM
HIGHLAND POWER
Voters in Ndaragwa are performance-oriented. They prioritise agriculture, rural roads, access to quality water, market access, and opportunities for youth in agri-business. Over t...
Voters in Ndaragwa are performance-oriented. They prioritise agriculture, rural roads, access to quality water, market access, and opportunities for youth in agri-business. Over t...
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